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Old Feb 14, 2019 | 03:59 AM
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i'm looking to put ape hangers on my harley, but i got a question. Should I relocate the speedometer on the frame or keep it where it is???
 
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Old Feb 14, 2019 | 07:46 AM
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i'm looking to put ape hangers on my harley, but i got a question. Should I relocate the speedometer on the frame or keep it where it is???
Whatever makes you happy.
It's your bike you have to build it to suit you not someone else.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2019 | 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by jharned
..... Should I relocate the speedometer on the frame or keep it where it is???
Yes you should do one of those.

I'd leave it where it is. As long as the new bars aren't blocking the view of the speedometer.
 

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Just keep it where it is...Ron
 
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